In a statement on his social media, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced a significant change in US policy towards Cuba, marking the beginning of a new series of sanctions against the Cuban regime. This news comes at a critical time and reflects a hardening of the US stance, which seeks to protect US interests and support the Cuban people.
Rubio, in a statement issued through his social media, stressed that the Trump administration is reestablishing a stricter policy towards Cuba, which includes keeping the island on the list of state sponsors of terrorism. This step, according to Rubio, is essential to end the oppression that the Cuban regime exerts on its population and its malign actions in the region.
Details of the Sanctions Announced
Among the specific measures Rubio has shared is the reactivation of Title III of the Helms-Burton Act, which allows US citizens to sue the Cuban regime for trafficking in confiscated property. This means that those who have lost their property in Cuba will be able to seek legal justice in the United States, a crucial change following the suspension of this law by the Biden administration.
In addition, the Secretary of State announced the approval of a new list of restricted entities in Cuba, which prohibits transactions with companies that are under the control of the Cuban military or intelligence services. This list is being updated to include new entities that have been involved in the repression of the Cuban people.
Responsibility and Human Rights
Rubio stressed the importance of promoting accountability for the Cuban regime, mentioning that the Trump administration is committed to human rights and fundamental freedoms for the Cuban people. “We demand the release of all unjustly imprisoned political prisoners,” he said, noting that the U.S. embassy in Havana is in contact with the families of those detained and dissidents to express its support.
Impact of the New Sanctions
The implementation of these sanctions could have a considerable effect on the Cuban economy, especially on the remittance sector, which is a major source of income for the Cuban dictatorship. Although many experts indicate that a large part of remittances no longer arrive through official channels, the impact of these sanctions remains to be seen.
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